Procurement Officer at Arusha Urban Water Supply & Sewerage Authority

Application Deadline: 31 Jul 2015

Procurement Officer POSITION DESCRIPTION:

From Mwananchi of 9th July 2015.
The Arusha Urban Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (AUWSA) is a legally established entity responsible for the overall operations and management of water supply and sanitation services in Arusha City.
It is among of the best Authorities in Tanzania. The core function of the Authority is to deliver excellent water supply and sanitation services for all categories of customers and stakeholders in Arusha City. In order to attain its vision and mission, AUWSA is seeking to recruit dynamic, experienced, competent and qualified Tanzanians to fill the following vacant posts within the Authority’s establishment.

PROCUREMENT OFFICER: (1 Vacant Post)
Appointing Authority: Management Committee.
Reports To: Head of Procurement Management Unit
Minimum Required Qualifications and Experience: The successful applicant must be / have:
- Holder of Degree or Advanced Diploma in Materials management or its equivalent issued from recognized institution.
- Registered with the PSPTB, as Approved / Authorized Supplies Professional with relevant experience of at least three years in a reputable institution.
- Computer skills are essential.
Employment Terms: Three years Contract - Renewable upon satisfactorily performance.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- Counter checks stocks purchase invoices before they are forwarded for payment.
- Scrutinizes recommendations for changes in stock levels, and for disposal of obsolete items.
- Preparations of legal conditions for stocks purchase contracts.
- Constantly reviews for approval procurement policy and procedures with a view towards improving efficiency.
- Prepares documents for stocks purchase orders after obtaining due authority for stocks ordering.
- Obtaining quotations for goods and services after approval for procurement has been obtained.
- Evaluating stocks purchasing bids and recommending to the Tender Committee for award of purchase contract.
- Ensure that approved stocks purchase modus operandi is properly followed.
- Ensures that procurement procedures and practice are in line with those approved by the National Board for Materials Management.
- Maintaining harmonious relations and making negotiations with suppliers/suppliers representatives.
- Perform any other procurement duties as may be assigned by the Head of Procurement Management Unit.

PACKAGE:
All above vacancies carry an attractive competitive salary and remuneration package in accordance with the qualifications, required skills and experience stated in- specific vacant post and AUWSA's Scheme of Service and Salary Structure.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

GENERAL CONDITIONS:
i. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply by sending their application letters attached with copies of relevant certificates, testimonials and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
ii. The CV must incorporate all contacts telephone numbers, mobile, box numbers, e-mail and physical addresses.
iii. Form IV and VI result slips are strictly not accepted.
iv. Certificates from foreign examination bodies, Colleges or Universities should be verified by NECTA, NACTE or TCU.
v. Only short-listed candidates (who meet requirements) will be contacted for interview.
vi. In addition to the qualifications mentioned, the incumbent is expected to posses the following traits:
- Excellent communication skill.
- High integrity and ability to adapt to changes quickly.
- Capacity to work hard, under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to work under teamwork spirit, establish and maintain effective working relations with different people and stakeholders.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision.

Applications should be addressed to the undersigned so as to reach him/her not later than 31st July, 2015.

MANAGING DIRECTOR,
ARUSHA URBAN WATER SUPPLY & SEWERAGE AUTHORITY
P.O.BOX 13600,
ARUSHA

Chief Accountant at The Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF)

Application Deadline: 31 Jul 2015

Chief Accountant POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF) is an effective apex private sector organization, established on 4th November 1998 because of multi-folded efforts by various stakeholders of the Private Sector to provide a focal point for the articulation of private sector-led approaches to Tanzania's economic and social development.

TPSF's major role is to promote private sector-led social and economic development in Tanzania, through constructive dialogue and effective advocacy with the Government through its core mandate of advocacy, TPSF seeks to raise issues, participate in and influence Government policy formulation and implementation in favour of the local private sector and FDI's.

OUR VISION:
Our-vision is to be"the leading voice for the promotion of vibrant, innovative and a competitive' private sector in Tanzania"

POSITION: TPSF /01 CHIEF ACCOUNTANT
POSITION SUMMARY: The Chief Accountants key role is to ensure a strong finance and accounting system that adequately safeguards TPSF resources.

REQUIREMENTS: The Chief Accountant shall report to the
Executive Director

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Compile the work plan and annual budget.
Evaluate current revenue trends and forecast funds that will be available to operate the TPSF activities on a sustainable basis;
Implement continuous financial and control systems to monitor the performance, flow of funds, adherence to budget, income and expenditure and other budgetary items and when necessary, recommend courses of action to correct budget imbalances;
Prepare and present financial statements and reports as required to the Board of Directors and Donors
Regularly advise the Executive Director on financial issues through periodic reports and consultations and alert against any irregularity, lack of compliance, lack of adherence and problems whether actual or potential concerning the financial systems, operations, plans, accounting, audits, budgets and any other matter of a financial nature.
Maintain a working relationship and develop additional relationships with banks and financial institutions with the aim of securing the funds necessary for the operations' of the organization, the attainment of its development plans and its investments
Coordinate the review and develop sound financial policies, systems and tools for the organization on periodic basis
Co-ordinate and support the auditing processes of the organization's accounts once every year, and facilitating its review and approval by relevant organs within the organization.
Oversee and support unit staff on their day-to-day work and ensure their timely appraisal and development.
Allocate the department's resources in an efficient ,manner and ensure the effective operation as a cost
Centre

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
CPA or Min Degree in Accounting/Finance/ ACCA qualification
Relevant experience in audit and costing is advantageous.
Excellent strategic planning skills and able to interact with all levels. .
Good MS Office skills particularly strong capabilities in
MS Excel.
At least 5 years experience in professional accounting and financial administration in a complex accounting function. (Experience in Donor Funded Project is an added advantage.)
Good IT skills including the ability to operate and manage computerized financial" payroll systems,
spreadsheet and word-processing programs
Familiarity in QuickBooks is advantageous

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES:
Able to work independently and highly meticulous.
Excellent interpersonal and team building skills
Well developed analytical and problem solving skills
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Effective communication skills
A person of high integrity, honest and trustworthy with sound work ethics

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

If you believe you are the right candidate for the position, please send your application letter, detailed CV; certified photocopies of academic certificates and transcripts and names and contact details of three referees to the undersigned, not later than 31st July 2015 at 4.30 p.m.
NOTE:
You may submit your application either electronically or in hard copy but NOT both;
A completed application should indicate: nationality, position applied, contain cover letter and full names and contacts of referees, certified copies of academic transcripts. Failure to comply leads to disqualification

The Executive Director
Tanzania Private Sector Foundation
1288 Mwaya Road Msasani Peninsula
P. O. Box 11313 '
DAR ES SALAAM

Account Assistant II- (x3) at Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC)

Application Deadline: 03 Aug 2015

Account Assistant II- (x3) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC) was established under the Public Corporations Act No. 17 of 1999 by a Presidential Order through Government Notice number 115, published on 25th August, 1978. The Centre is wholly owned by the Government of United Republic of Tanzania and operates under the purview of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation.

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT II (THREE POSTS)

The AICC was established to manage and control the Headquarters' complex of the defunct East African Community in Arusha which belonged defunct East African Community. It also owns Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre as per Arusha lnternational Conference Centre (Amen' Order of 2014, dated 19th March, 2014; and provide facilities and services on the complex for purposes of conferences, meetings, seminars etc.
The Centre invites applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill in the below mentioned vacant posts:-
Answerable to Senior Accounts Assistant
Qualifications . .
Holder of Diploma in Accounting/ATEC II from a recognized Centre/Institution with at least three years of working experience in a similar POSI in a reputable organization/institution
Must be computer literate

Duties & Responsibilities
Receiving and accounting properly for all cash and cheques from customers'
Issuing of bona fide receipts for cash and cheques received from customers
Reconciliation of actual amount of cash received with receipt book totals
Keeping in safe custody all moneys received under lock"and key and ensuring daily banking
Maintaining adequate and accurate records of cheques received
Keeping of book copies of used receipts under lock and key
Making bank reconciliation
Keeping ledger and books of accounts
Preparing payment vouchers
Preparing periodical financial reports (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly)
Preparing monthly payroll and disbursement of salaries
Preparing returns/PAVE, NSSF, etc,
Maintaining subsidiary records including staff advances and loans
Examining and verifying accounting documents and all supporting documents attached to vouchers'
Performing any duties relevant to the scope of work that may be assigned by the Senior Accounts Assistant"

General Terms and Conditions
Terms of Employment: Contract - 1 Year

Remuneration:
An attractive package commensurate with the qualifications and relevant experience will be availed to the successful candidate.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications: Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, testimonials, names and email addresses of three referees should be sent to the below
mentioned postal address, so as to be received not later than 3rd, August, 2015

The Managing Director
Arusha International Conference Centre
P.O. Box 3081, Arusha
Fax: +255272502050201

Internal Auditor at Tanganyika Law Society (TLS)

Application Deadline: 04 Aug 2015

Internal Auditor POSITION DESCRIPTION:

From Daily News, 22nd July 2015

The Tanganyika Law Society (TLS) is the Bar association of Tanzania Mainland, founded in 1954 by an Act of parliament -the Tanganyika Law Society Ordinance 1954. The Tanganyika Law Society is currently governed by the Tanganyika Law Society Act, Cap 307 R.E. 2002, which repealed the earlier legislation

INTERNAL AUDITOR

Main Responsibilities include:-
Plan, review and implement the Annual Internal Audit Plan. .
Prepare and implement Internal Audit programmes to achieve specific objectives of the Internal Audit plan.
Review the Risk Management procedures including internal Controls and recommend measures to improve and strengthen the operational and financial systems.
Ensure that all the Annual Internal Audit plan targets are achieved.
Participate in business process redesign and policy review exercise intended to improve the conduct of the business and minimize risks.
Safeguard organization's assets, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, standing policies and procedures and best practices in financial management and corporate governance.
Follow-up on implementation of external audit and other recommendation for improvement of financial system.
Carry out special assignments as may be required by the Audit Committee/Chief Executive Officer from time to time.
Carry out all other duties and responsibilities falling within the purview of an internal audit .
Review, recommend changes and update the Audit Charter, Risk Register. Policies/Regulations and operating procedural manual.
To gain an understanding of IT general controls and assess the design, implementation and operating effectiveness of the general IT Controls.

Qualifications:
A Bachelor degree in Commerce with specialization in Accounting (B. Com Accounting).
Minimum experience of 2 years in external audit / internal audit environment.
Preferably, a registered member of the Institute of Internal Auditors in Tanzania.
A registered member of the National Board of Accountants is compulsory.
Have good communication and report writing skills.
Working experience in a risk management environment will be an added advantage.
Proven ability to build relationships and credibility.
Strong analytical skills.
Ability to work under minimum supervision and as a member of a team.
Should have advanced computer skills in Excel. Word and Powerl'oint
Ability to work efficiently under 'pressure and on a wide range of tasks.
Fluency in English and Kiswahili.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

If you are interested and qualified for the position and wish to join a dynamic and fast-paced working environment of Tanganyika Law Society, KINDLY apply in confidence by submitting an application letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (Cv), certified copies of your practicing certificates, academic certificates and the names and contact information of three referees. Applications should reach Tanganyika Law Society
Application documents should be addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer,
Tanganyika Law Society.
P.O. Box 2148,
Dar es Salaam.

Application can also be done electronically by submitting to the following email:recruit@tls.or.tz; or munisie@tls.or.tz

Information System Administrator Grade II at National Board of Accountants and Audits (NBAA)

Application Deadline: 30 Jul 2015

Information System Administrator Grade II POSITION DESCRIPTION:

From Daily News, 16th July

NATIONAL BOARD OF ACCOUNTANTS AND AUDITORS TANZANIA
EMPLOYMENT VACANCY

The National Board of Accountants and Audits (NBAA) was established by the Accountant and Auditors (Registration) Act No. 33 of 1972 as amended by Act No. of 1995. It is a regulatory body for the accountancy profession in Tanzania
By authority of the Act as provided under section 4, the Board is mandated to carry out Registration, Regulation and Development of and standards setting for, the Accountancy profession in Tanzania. The Board invites qualified Tanzanians to fill the following vacancy

INFORMATION SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR GRADE II – (ONE POST)
Reporting Relationship; Reports to Head of Unit

Job Purpose;
To provide effective and efficient IT services

Duties and Responsibilities
i. To attend issues pertaining to labeling (e.g putting logos), scripting, security, disk space allocation, printing and scanning documents
ii. To assist and advice systems users in systems analysis, design, development, selection, acquisition and Installation of computer hardware and software
iii. To enforce safety measures and conduct induction job training as the case may be to safeguard computer facilities and data
iv. To maintain and ensure proper, effective and efficient utilization of the existing information systems (IS) services, resources and programmes/ packages
v. To install, configure, test and analyze test results and manage all programs, network, server and other equipment
vi. To coordinate installation, maintenance, availability and reliability of internet services
vii. To ensure that an effective disaster recovery system with suitable and external backups is in place
viii. To attend front line network problems (troubleshooting) , carry out diagnosis on the network, hardware and software
ix. To participate in or supervise, implementation of information systems projects as may be delegated
x. To determine computer software or hardware needs, attend all routine repairs and maintenance of the existing information systems and allied accessories and install and/or coordinate installation of LAN and WAN and maintain the same
xi. To perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the immediate supervisor

Direct Entry Qualifications
Holder of Advanced Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Computer Science obtained from a recognized higher learning institution and must be proficient in computer applications with at least two years working experience in IT industry in any reputable organization

REMUNERATION FOR THE POST; As per NBAA Salary Scale 10.1

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested candidates with prerequisite qualifications should send applications with current CVs indicating names and addresses of three referees and their contact particulars, copies of relevant academic certificates and birth certificate addressed to the undersigned

Executive Director
National Board of Accountants and Audits (NBAA)
Mhasibu House
Bibi Titi Mohamed street
P.O.BOX 5128
DAR ES SALAAM

Deadline for receiving applications is Thursday, 30th July 2015. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

ICT Manager at Rural Energy Agency (REA)

Application Deadline: 03 Aug 2015

ICT Manager POSITION DESCRIPTION:

From Mwananchi, 20th July 2015

Rural Energy Agency (REA) is a Government Institution established under the Rural Energy Act, 2005 . Its main role is to promote and facilitate improved access to modern energy services in rural areas of Mainland Tanzania. The Agency became operational in . October 2007.
The Agency is inviting applications from dynamic, energetic and proactive Tanzanians with appropriate prerequisite qualifications, technical skills, competences and experience to fill the- following vacant positions:

POSITION: ICT MANAGER (ONE POST) .
Reports to the Director of Market Development and Technologies

Duties and Responsibilities ..
Designs and deploys ICT Infrastructure and information systems aligned to the current and future technological and operational requirements of REA.
Administers ICT information systems, Database and ensures that office lCT hardware snags, curative and preventive maintenance of ICT system are resolved timely.
Assists in the development of REA ICT policies, regulations and control systems
Develops the necessary communications network infrastructure required to integrate the REA ICT infrastructure and user needs;
Develops and Manager software and control systems including security, data integrity and recovery, data analysis, statistical and management reports.
Ensures REA ICT based solutions are in line with Government ICT policies, rules and regulations:
Manages ICT and provides training and problem solving to end users for computer and ICT systems related problems;
Develops and coordinates Energy Management Information System for the Agency; and
Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor .

Qualifications and Experience .
Post Graduate or Masters Degree in Computer Science (Information Technology);.
Experience in managing windows-based domain infrastructure environment;
At least five (5) years of hands-on working experience in information systems analysis and programming, systems administration and maintenance, software development, configuration and support of windows active directory, corporate website design, and corporate intranet/extra net portal design and implementation;
Experience with Microsoft.NET development framework and MS SQL Server
2005/2008, Microsoft Windows Server 2003/2008 Active Directory 2012 Network Infrastructure and

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

All positions attract competitive remuneration packages.
Applicants should submit CVs, copies of certificates they wish to use in supporting their applications, three referees and two passport size photographs to the address shown below.
Deadline for receiving applications is 3rd August, 2015 16:00 hrs.
Applicants must clearly show their complete contact addresses including mobile telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application letters should be sent by post, courier or delivered by hand to the addressee below;
As part of your application, please write a short essay not exceeding 1000 words as to why you believe you deserve to be appointed for the position and what you intend to do to contribute to the advancement of REA strategic outlook.
Kindly note the electronic submissions will not be honored.

Executive Selection (REA)
REDMA
First Floor, Wing C, Life House
Sokoine Drive I Ohio Street
P. 0. Box 10236,
Dar es Salaam,
Tanzania